Phlebotomist
Location
Bellingham, Washington
Salary
$23 - $27 / hr
Contract type
Full time
New offer
Posted 11 days ago
Busy Clinic in Bellingham is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing phlebotomy, point-of-care (POC) testing, processing specimens, conducting EKGs, and manifesting patient data. Your ability to provide excellent patient care and ensure accurate specimen handling will be crucial for the success of this role.
Responsibilities:
- Phlebotomy: Perform accurate and timely blood draws through venipuncture and capillary collection methods, ensuring patient safety and specimen integrity.
- Point-of-Care (POC) Testing: Conduct point-of-care testing as required, following established guidelines and protocols for accurate results.
- Specimen Processing: Process collected specimens according to standard procedures, ensuring correct labeling, handling, and timely delivery to the lab.
- EKGs: Perform EKGs on patients, ensuring proper electrode placement, accurate readings, and documentation.
- Manifesting: Document and track patient specimens, ensuring proper labeling, identification, and timely transportation.
- Patient Care: Provide excellent patient care, including pre- and post-phlebotomy instructions, making patients feel comfortable and ensuring a positive experience.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols, including proper handling and disposal of biohazardous materials and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
- Equipment Maintenance: Ensure the functionality and cleanliness of all equipment, such as EKG machines, phlebotomy tools, and specimen processing materials.
Requirements:
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Certification: Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist (MAP) license required.
- Skills: Proficient in phlebotomy techniques, POC testing, EKG administration, and specimen processing.
- Patient Care: Demonstrated ability to deliver excellent patient care, ensuring comfort and clear communication with patients.
Schedule/Shift:
- Shift Times: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Location: Bellingham, WA 98225
Pay:
$23-27 an hour (Depending on experience)
Benefits:
401(k) Retirement Plan, multiple medical, dental and vision plan options, Short Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance Plan, Weekly Pay, Paid Sick Time Offered in WA (1 hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked)
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.